As long as the federal government plays at the margins in trying to fix the great debacle that is health care in the United States, few families will be able to enjoy lifelong financial security.

“You can’t pull yourself up by your bootstraps if you have no boots.”

While sometimes you need repetitive practice to improve your money management skills, other times you simply need to “wake up” your money management muscle to get it working at peak form.

There are many benefits to psychological safety in the workplace, namely women’s mental and physical health, opportunities for on-the-job training, and potential for long-term earnings.

By consistently following these three steps you will see success beyond your wildest dreams.

Applying the KonMari Method™ of tidying up to your money can do more than simply organize your finances; it might give you a whole new perspective on your relationship with money.

Reading the first reports of this college admission “pay to play” scandal begs the question:  Who really deserves to be a member of the United States much-lauded meritocracy?

Considering the language you grew up speaking, you may or may not be predisposed to save (really!).

Squeezed: Why Our Families Can’t Afford America paints a detailed portrait of the hopes and struggles of the American middle class, and provides recommendations on how we can begin to formulate policy and personal solutions to American families’ woes.

Understanding how things came to be in American economic history can greatly impact how you approach your work today.

By adhering to your money values, choosing a slight stretch goal, and tracking your progress you will be on the way to having your best financial year yet.

Saving for retirement doesn’t need to be an all-or-nothing endeavor and there is some truth to the old saying, “better late than never.”

Talking about money benefits both your clients and yourself.  Because this is a long, long career that you have chosen and you want to do the most good for the most people (and you should be one of those people!).

Taking one or two two quick actions can show immediate improvement in your money.

It is a lot easier to compartmentalize people into “us” and “them” categories than it is to find the unifying theme that we are all in this together. 

Remembering not to let perfect be the enemy of the good can give you the space you need to make small positive steps with your money.

Viewing makeover shows like Queer Eye through the lens of transforming your relationship with money might lead to more conscious earning, spending and saving.  And in the long run this could make you rich.

Working with credentialed personal finance professionals insures that you are receiving high quality services from people who are committed to their work, ethical conduct and lifelong learning.